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Book your trip to arrive at Sabiha Gökçen International, Istanbul Airport, Istanbul Bus Station, Istanbul - Alibeyköy, or Istanbul - Dudullu. The distance between Tel Aviv and Istanbul is 1107 km. The most popular airlines for this route are Turkish Airlines, Pegasus, Wizz Air, easyJet, and LOT Polish Airlines. Tel Aviv and Istanbul have 401 direct flights per week. When you arrive at Istanbul, consider visiting Aya Sofya (Hagia Sophia), Topkapi Palace, and Blue Mosque, Istanbul.
Weekly direct flights
| Mondays | Tuesdays | Wednesdays | Thursdays | Fridays | Saturdays | Sundays | |
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| Direct flights | 16 | 15 | 14 | 16 | 14 | 15 | 19 |
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Check-in for a flight from Tel Aviv to Istanbul
| Name | Carrier code | IATA Code | Passport needed during booking | Online check-in available |
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| Turkish Airlines | THY | TK | Yes | 0 0 |
| Pegasus | PGT | PC | No | Opens 48 days before flight Closes 2 hours before flight |
| Wizz Air | WZZ | W6 | No | Opens 48 days before flight Closes 3 hours before flight |
| easyJet | EZY | U2 | Yes | Opens 720 days before flight Closes 2 hours before flight |
| LOT Polish Airlines | LOT | LO | Yes | 0 0 |
Turkey COVID-19 travel restrictions
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Most travelers from Israel can enter Türkiye, but there are restrictions.
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Information is provided as guidance only and accurate at the time of publishing. Always check government websites and airline materials before booking and traveling.
Learn more about COVID-19 restrictions in Turkey in our dedicated Stories article.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to travel from Tel Aviv to Istanbul?
A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between Tel Aviv and Istanbul takes around 2.3 hours.
What is the flight distance between Tel Aviv and Istanbul?
The flight distance between Tel Aviv and Istanbul is 1107 km.
What airlines offer nonstop (direct) flights between Tel Aviv and Istanbul?
Several carriers operate flights between Tel Aviv and Istanbul. Airlines offering nonstop (direct) flights include Pegasus, Turkish Airlines, Freebird Airlines.
What are the most popular routes to and from Tel Aviv?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Tel Aviv and London, Manchester, Dublin, Vienna, Edinburgh, Eilat, Amsterdam, Paris, Bucharest, Athens, Berlin, Brussels, Barcelona, Lisbon, Sofia, Milan, Budapest, Kyiv, Birmingham, Rome.
What are the most popular routes to and from Istanbul?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Istanbul and London, Manchester, Toronto, Birmingham, Dublin, Montreal, Edinburgh, Vancouver, Bristol, Glasgow, Newcastle upon Tyne, Antalya, Athens, Reykjavik, Northern Cyprus, Amman, Calgary, Dalaman, Tallinn, Dubai.
Which airports are there in Tel Aviv?
Tel Aviv is mainly served by Ben Gurion. But there are other airports nearby, including Sde Dov.
What airports are near Tel Aviv?
The main airport in Tel Aviv is Ben Gurion. It is also served by Queen Alia International.
What airports are near Istanbul?
The main airport in Istanbul is Istanbul Airport. It is also served by Anadolu, Yenişehir, Tekirdağ Çorlu.
Is it possible to combine flights, buses, and trains in one itinerary when traveling between Tel Aviv and Istanbul?
Yes, it's possible to combine different modes of transport between Tel Aviv and Istanbul thanks to our Virtual Interlining technology. Making use of not only flights but also trains and buses between Tel Aviv and Istanbul can give rise to new adventures. Read more about how Virtual Interlining works on Kiwi.com Stories.
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